As summer approaches, Americans have their sights set on sunny beach destinations, according to Allianz Partners' Survey of the top 10 summer travel destinations for 2024.
The study reveals that international travel will be up 15 percent this summer compared to last year, but that domestic travel still represents the majority (68 percent) of summer itinerary bookings.
After analyzing more than six million flight itineraries for trips lasting between five and eight days for trips booked between Memorial Day weekend and Labor Day, Allianz found that Ever-changing Orlando, Florida continues to be the most sought-after domestic destination, ahead of Seattle, Boston, new York and Honolulu.
To complete the top 10 for 2024, Las VegasLos Angeles, Anchorage, Kahului (Maui) and Denver.
When it comes to international travel, Cancun retains its first place. Elsewhere in Mexico, San Jose del Cabo (second) and Puerto Vallarta (seventh) are also in the top 10 for 2024. While the Caribbean continues to be popular, with Oranjestad, Aruba (third) and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic (fifth) both ranked in the top five, Europe is becoming a hot spot for American travelers.
Top travel destinations for summer 2024. (Photo credit: Allianz Partners)
London moves up four places to become fourth in 2024 while Paris (ninth) enters the top 10 for the first time since 2018. The City of Lights is notice a renewed interest as it prepares to host the Olympic Games this summer.
Montego Bay, Jamaica (sixth); Providenciales, Turks and Caicos (eighth) and Nassau, Bahamas (10th) is also among the top 10 overseas destinations for summer travelers this year.
“After months of cold, dreary weather in the United States, it’s no surprise that domestic and international beaches are a big draw for American travelers,” Daniel Durazo, director of external communications at Allianz Partners USA, said in a statement. . “Whether you're staying in the United States or traveling abroad, unexpected events can occur that could derail even the best-planned trips. A good travel insurance policy can protect you against the cost of travel delays, trip cancellations, lost luggage and even medical emergencies.”
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